METHODS FOR DEVELOPING STUDENTS' CREATIVE THINKING IN TEACHING ENGLISH

This article examines effective pedagogical methods aimed at developing students’ creative thinking in English language teaching. It analyzes problem-based learning, storytelling, role-play, creative writing, the use of digital technologies, and the creation of a supportive learning environment as key tools for fostering creativity. Drawing on the ideas of Ken Robinson regarding the development of creativity in education, the article argues that creative thinking is not an innate ability but an essential competence that can be formed through appropriate pedagogical conditions. The findings of the study indicate that these methods contribute to the development of higher-order thinking skills, enhance communicative competence, and strengthen students’ motivation and self-confidence. The article emphasizes the necessity of viewing creative thinking as a central didactic principle in modern English language teaching.